Higashidateyama Ski Area vs Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort

Higashidateyama Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) and Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHigashidateyama Ski AreaMadarao Kōgen Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,430 ft (436 m)1,381 ft (421 m)
Summit elevation6,512 ft4,393 ft
Base elevation5,085 ft3,012 ft
Lifts19
Runs1936
Beginner terrain75%39%
Intermediate terrain19%42%
Expert terrain6%19%
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Higashidateyama Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,430 ft vs 1,381 ft); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 19); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort skews more expert (19% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Higashidateyama Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Madarao Kōgen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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